Veneer Cutter
たんぱんさいだんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that cuts thin wood sheets (veneer boards), the raw material for wooden plywood, to specified thicknesses and sizes.
Description
Veneer cutters are responsible for operating and adjusting machines that cut veneer boards (thin wood sheets) from processed lumber to a uniform thickness and width. They set up the veneer peeled from logs into the machine, measure thickness and width, and set cutting conditions. They inspect the cut products for dimensions and surface quality before supplying them to the next process. They also perform safety management, regular machine inspections, cleaning, and simple maintenance to support stable operation of the production line.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected due to the needs for building materials and furniture wood products, advancements in automation and robot introduction are anticipated to require advanced machine operation skills and production management abilities utilizing IoT.
Personality Traits
High Safety Awareness / Meticulous / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Wood Processing Operator → Manufacturing Line Leader → Manufacturing Process Manager → Factory Manager → Quality Control Staff
Required Skills
Machine Maintenance / Safety Management Knowledge / Use of Measuring Instruments / Wood Processing Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Quality Control Knowledge / Forklift Operation Skills / Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute errors in thickness or width directly affect product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves a lot of standing work and handling heavy objects, requiring physical strength. |
| Problem Solving | Because quick response is required in case of machine troubles. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creative idea generation is hardly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
Related Jobs
- Furniture Maker
- Lumber Worker
- Plywood Press Worker
- Wood Processing Machine Operator